Biggest Blessing of All

This trip to Branson was more than just a family vacation! I was able to meet one of my most special friends!

From the Message, Proverbs 17:17a "Friends love through all kinds of weather."

When I first read this version of the famous Proverb, I think of weather being stormy times in a relationship. But as I think of Devin and me, I think about weather being an obstacle. Devin and I have some obstacles in our relationship...#1 - being DISTANCE! Other than that huge obstacle there really isn't anything keeping us from our friendship!

Devin and I "met" back in early January 2008. we both had stumbled (read God led) upon a blog of a mother whose child had died. I think I saw her comment on a post, clicked on her name, and read about her family. Devin's post that today was almost identical to mine and the connection was made. She had three boys at the time and we were just learning about our pregnancy with Cole. Our lives were mirrors of each other. We began to comment on each other's blog, email some, and over time the relationship grew! With all the great technology we talk often. Facebook, texting, even phone calls keep us current.

I am not sure how much you can truly "know" someone without meeting them, but I tell you this girl is one of my closest friends. I can't describe in words how much it meant to meet her, her hubby, and kids! I wasn't nervous about meeting because I just knew it would go great! We got along just as I knew we would...even the hubbies enjoyed themselves! Our kids were buddies instantly! It was an amazing opportunity that I can't wait to have again!

Dev - I love you girl! You are such a blessing to me, and I am so, so, grateful you gave up your family time on vacation to hang out with us!